Clothing and Accessories

On test: Santini Pride and Primo

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Parent Category: Clothing and Accessories

Category: Santini

Published on Saturday, 07 August 2010 08:22

Written by Luca Salvatelli

 
A complete value for money

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The complete Santini Pride, jersey, and Primo, bib, is a comprehensive basis, we tested a long time.

Jersey Pride: is a short-sleeve jersey, comfortable cut, with zip detachable reverse printed flag. The fabric is Micron (100% polyester) stretch, breathable and lightweight. Several inserts Shadow ventilation network to allow breathability. Three open rear pockets. Present a series of inserts tricolor ribbon on shoulders and pockets. Closed bottom and sleeves Elastic Santini to prevent air infiltration. In size M weighs 150 grams, as observed with our instrumentation.

Bib Primo: this model is a redesign of a famous product Santini. Adopt a coolmax not gel pad, while the fabric which is made Newport (78% Nylon, 22% elastane), an elastic fabric that reduces muscle fatigue. Present a series of fabric inserts in honeycomb. Braces are networked Shadow for maximum breathability. This one rear pocket with closure overlap. In size M weighs 196 grams, as observed with our instrumentation.

The road test

The complete Santini, despite being a collection of model input Santini is fully realized. Just the look, personal, but simple, elegant and never goes out of fashion element that distinguishes this has always Santini clothing. Excellent stitching and finishing. Coupons tissues. Valuable attention on a product of this price range, a number of details, such as fabric inserts in honeycomb, logos, color stripes, mesh inserts, which are usually found only on complete high range. In general it is a complete high quality construction, even higher than many competitors from much higher prices and perhaps even made in Italy. Excellent accessibility of the pockets, too roomy. Good maneuverability of zip. Still good fit. The fabric is soft, elastic and comfortable. Good to the pad, compact, not cluttered, but obviously must be combined with good seats, for a good long-distance comfort. In motion continues to appreciate the excellent fabric, which also has good breathability. Not as high as other Santini, but more than adequate and superior to other products. The texture of the fabric is perfect for a cool summer in the morning or at dusk, as in the mountains. Only in very hot areas, we have exceeded 40 degrees Celsius during the test, can be heavy and not breathable, but to find the best products should spend much more. Is also more noticeable if you keep a high pace of training, whereas in cycling is almost no discomfort. Up to temperatures of 30-35 degrees centigrade, however, his behavior is good. Prices are 56 Euros and 60 Euros for the jersey for the bib. Great prices because the full is really well done and excellent. Often complete with price above does not offer the same attention to detail and have a base, but also a breathable equivalent. A complete perfect for those looking for real "Made in Italy" at an affordable price and often less than most noble products. Just in cycling, delivers performance exceeding many full of competition, allocation to the different teams and amateur.

Positive aspects

Build quality
Look
Finishing
Convenient pockets
Value for money
Affordable
Made in Italy

Negative aspects

In reference to the price: none
In absolute terms:
Perfectible breathability
Pad not suitable for minimal saddles